Sear-Roasted Beef Tenderloin with Garlic-Herb Butter

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Juicy beef tenderloin seared to perfection and finished with a fragrant garlic-herb butter sauce, perfect for a low-carb dinner. This American-inspired beef recipe (low-carb), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs beef tenderloin, avocado oil, unsalted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 American cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat beef tenderloin dry with paper towels and season evenly with 1/2 tsp sea salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp avocado oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Sear beef for 3 minutes per side until golden-brown crust forms.
  3. Step 3: Transfer skillet to oven and roast for 12-15 minutes for medium-rare, or until internal temperature reaches 125°F (52°C).
  4. Step 4: Remove beef from skillet and let rest for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, melt 2 tbsp butter in the skillet over medium heat, add minced garlic, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant without browning.
  5. Step 5: Stir in chopped rosemary and thyme, then pour the butter mixture over the rested beef and let it absorb for 2 minutes before slicing.

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